US interest rates raised for first time in three years
Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.
US interest rates raised for first time in three years
Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut. Grouped from 6 articles across 5 sources.
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US Fed raises interest rates for first time in three years
The 25 basis-point hike is the first raise in three years and comes before critical midterm elections in the US.
US Fed raises key rate for first time in 3 years
In an attempt to address the persistently high inflation in the world's largest economy, the US Federal Reserve increased interest rates by 25 basis points. The president, on the other hand, said they should be cut.
What to know about US Federal Reserve’s first interest rate hike in 3 years
The unanimous decision comes as prices have remained stubbornly high and despite Trump's demands for lower rates.
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